WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST I (WEEDS)

VACANCY ANN#: STOI-24-099
TITLE: WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST I (WEEDS)
DEPARTMENT: NATURAL RESOURCES
SUPERVISOR: WILDLIFE MITIGATION PROGRAM MANAGER
STATUS: REGULAR, FULL-TIME, NON-EXEMPT
RATE OF PAY: $24.96 - $28.00 / PER HOUR
OPENING DATE: DECEMBER 31, 2024, REVISED
CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED 

INTRODUCTION:

The Wildlife Mitigation Program (WMP) of the Spokane Tribe manages 8,407 acres of mitigation lands secured for the Tribe by Bonneville Power Administration to mitigate the impacts of Grand Coulee Dam. The Wildlife Biologist (Weeds) position is a full-time, permanent position located in Wellpinit, Washington and is responsible for invasive weed management activities on Wildlife Mitigation Areas (WMA) with the goal of ensuring sustainable wildlife and fish populations and their supporting habitats. Specific objectives are listed below.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position will be responsible for managing the weed control operations of the WMP on 11,000 acres of Mitigation properties.
• Conducts wildlife operations & maintenance activities on wildlife mitigation lands such as noxious weed control, forest thinning, cover crop seeding, tree and shrub planting, native grass seeding, prescribed burning, access road maintenance, and maintenance of equipment and Tribal facilities.
• Assist with the implementation of the Integrated Weed Management Plan (IWMP) on mitigation lands
• Maintain records of chemical, biological, and mechanical control applications
• Collect and input field data and spatial data into GIS software and conduct relevant analyses to inform project decisions.
• Maintains databases with records of spray activities, monitoring studies, and equipment
• maintenance and inventory.
• Assist with equipment maintenance: tractors, chainsaws, ATV, side by side, tractor implements, vehicles & etc.
• Train technical staff on chemical weed control and related worker protection standards
• Communicate project progress and needs to supervisors
• The incumbent is expected to be punctual, self-motivated, and exercise sound judgement (safety- oriented) in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.
• Provides habitat management recommendations to the WMP Manager.
• Participate with the Integrated Resource Management Plan (IRMP) Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) to review project proposals on the reservation.
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of plant and animal communities, and working knowledge of plant and weed identification
• Must possess a basic first aid/CPR card or able to obtain one within 60 days of hire.
• Must be able to work independently, in rugged terrain, in remote areas.
• Ability and knowledge to work safely and efficiently around agricultural and spraying equipment, ATV’s and chainsaws.
• Experience in the use and application of standard computer programs and associated software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with verbal and written instructions and work with co-workers, tribal programs, general public, and other agencies.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively, and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to operate GPS and mapping tools
• Must be able to work with diverse cultural, professional, and technical interdisciplinary teams.
• Must be able to safely operate ATV and 4-wheel drive vehicles.
• Must be in excellent physical condition and be able to work in inclement weather conditions and rough terrain, to include carrying 30 pounds routinely.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Wildlife Management/Ecology, Natural Resource Science, Environmental Science, or closely related field AND 12 months of professional experience (Does not include volunteer work or experience from college coursework) related to wildlife population or habitat management, invasive species control, or closely related field.
• Must be able to operate GPS and mapping tools; ArcMap or ArcPro
• Must be willing to work extended hours, nights and weekends as needed. Regular schedule is Monday – Thursday 0630 – 1700hrs; subject to change if necessary.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and be tribally insurable.
• Must be able to obtain Pesticide Applicators License from Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) within 90 days of hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• CDL
• Wildland Fire
• Current Pesticide Applicators License from Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) or from another state.
• Experience beyond the minimum qualifications related to invasive species control or other natural resource management

CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Must have or be able to obtain a Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Pesticide Private Applicators License within 90 days of hire.

*Indian Preference Applies – Indian Preference grants preference to any enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe.

Contact: Sabrina McCoy or Kammi Rosenbaum 

P.O. Box 206 Wellpinit, WA 99040

509-458-6583 or 458-6527

E-mail: hrfrontdesk@spokanetribe.com

Applications must be received in the Human Resource Department no later than 4:30 p.m. on the closing date.

The Spokane Tribe reserves the right to hire according to its Indian Preference Policy

All Applicants are subject to a Pre-Employment Drug Test

All Positions with the Spokane tribe of Indians are subject to a 90-day orientation period

Salary : $25 - $28